Cable Technician

General Dynamics IT; United States; On-site; USD 58,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics IT is hiring a Cable Technician to install and manage Inside Plant cabling for the DISA J6 ETM-NG program in the Pentagon, Mark Center, and NCR. The role requires 3+ years of cabling experience, familiarity with BICSI standards, and an Active Secret clearance or ability to obtain one.

Role is full-time onsite with some travel. You will work with copper, coax, and fiber systems, documenting work and ensuring network reliability.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required, minimum 3 years related experience; more experience may substitute the degree.
• Active Secret clearance or ability to obtain one.
• Familiarity with BICSI rules and cabling standards.
• Ability to communicate clearly with diverse teams and maintain attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Install and document Inside Plant cabling, including copper, coax, fiber, and related infrastructure.
• Support move/add/change activities for copper, VOIP, and fiber networks.
• Test, locate, and repair cabling infrastructure and verify service.
• Label, document, and maintain network diagrams and configurations.
• Ensure safety standards and proper use of testing equipment.

Skills

Cat6 Cabling

Coaxial Cabling

Inside Plant

Network Cabling

Structured Cabling

Education

Associate's Degree

Tools

Network testers

Copper cable testers

Fiber OTDRs

Fiber power meters

Job description

Type of Requisition: Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret

Public Trust/Other Required: None

Job Family: Network and Telecommunications

Job Qualifications

• Skills: Cat6 Cabling, Coaxial Cabling, Inside Plant, Network Cabling, Structured Cabling
• Certifications: None
• Experience: 3 + years of related experience
• US Citizenship Required: Yes

Job Description

Secure and expertly apply the latest technologies to advance the mission as a Cable Technician with GDIT. Your work in enterprise IT will help our clients overcome evolving demands and missions. Own the opportunity to accelerate digital modernization for our clients as you accelerate your career.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Cable Technician, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on Cable Technician joining our Joint Service Provider Enterprise Transport Management - Next Gen (DISA J6 ETM - NG) program at the Pentagon, the Mark Center and surrounding Government Buildings within the National Capital Region.

Due to the nature of work this role entails, telecommuting is not permitted and will require the employee to report full-time onsite.

Meaningful work and personal impact

• The Cable Technician is responsible for installation and documentation of new and/or updated Inside Plant cable infrastructure to include conduit, cable trays, copper, coax, fiber and all associated elements in the Pentagon, Mark Center & buildings within the NCR supported by DISA J6.
• Responsible for tasks assigned by team lead in connection with move, add, change activities related to copper cabling infrastructure, Voice over IP networks (VOIP), and fiber optic cabling infrastructure.
• Installs, maintains and repairs voice and data communications systems.
• Interprets cabling cutsheets, circuit diagrams, and electrical schematics.
• Tests, locates, installs, and repairs cabling infrastructure associated with trouble calls, and performs routine maintenance.
• Verifies work order information and receipt of all necessary equipment and information.
• Verifies service by testing installed cabling, identifying, correcting, or escalating problems.
• Well versed in the use of network cabling test equipment including network testers, copper cable testers, fiber OTDRs and fiber power meters.
• Documents network by labeling and routing equipment and cables; recording configuration diagrams and specifications.
• Maintains network by troubleshooting and repairing outages; testing network back-up procedures; updating documentation.
• Identify, track and remove abandoned cable, and keep cable neatly tied and bundled while maintaining safety standards.
• Dress, terminate and test cables and components including CAT6 and fiber optic cabling.
• Must follow DISA J6 and commercial best practice procedures, standards required for installation of cable racks, wiring of the racks and testing required during installation.
• Participates in special projects as required.

What you'll need to succeed (Required)

Bring your Cable Technician expertise along with a drive for innovation to GDIT. The Cable Technician must have:

• Associate's Degree and a minimum of 3 years' experience required. An additional 2 years of related technical experience may be substituted in lieu of degree.
• Active Secret security clearance or ability to obtain.
• Must be familiar with BICSI rules, regulations, and standards.
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively to personnel of various expertise levels, possess robust customer support skills in a high visibility environment, and maintain a high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work with power tools and ladders.
• Ability to work well with others and communicate with supervisors.
• Computer literate with basic Networking Skills.
• Maintain current knowledge of relevant technologies as assigned.

GDIT is your place. At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do

Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities.

Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals.

Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off.

Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace.

Own your opportunity

Explore a career in program management at GDIT and you'll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your passion for the mission and delivering results.

The likely hourly rate for this position is between $42.27 - $57.19. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Travel Required: 25-50%

Telecommuting Options: Onsite

Work Location: USA VA Arlington